Obituaries

S. Edward “Ed” McCready, 75, of New Beaver Borough passed away Sunday, April 7, 2024 at UPMC Shadyside Hospital. Although in ill health, his death was unexpected. Born January 10, 1949 in New Castle, he was the son of the late S. Wells and Sara Belle “Sally” Noggle McCready. Ed was known for his amazing sense of humor and for his ability to tell jokes. He could have a conversation with just about anyone he met. He graduated from Mohawk High School in 1966, where he was a member of FFA and the chorus. Working alongside his father and brother,…

Karen A. Stalnecker, 77, of Darlington passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 5, 2024 at Heritage Valley Beaver Hospital. Born August 21, 1946 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Ann (Dudick) Kotuby. Karen graduated from Riverside High School and continued her education at Slippery Rock University. She retired from the Beaver Falls School District after 30 years as an Elementary School Teacher. She was a former Elder and Deacon at the Darlington First Presbyterian Church. She is now affiliated with Mount Pleasant Presbyterian Church. Karen enjoyed traveling, card club, and crossword puzzles. She enjoyed…

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we find our lives suddenly saying good bye to Angeline Catherine Riccardo who passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home on Thursday, April 4th, 2024. Angeline was born in Forestville on September 15th, 1920. She shared 57 years of happy marriage with her husband Armond “Hardy” Riccardo, before his passing. Angeline was the proud mother of her sons and their wives Ron and Pearl Riccardo of Ellwood City and Allen and Irma Riccardo of Bristol, PA, she was blessed with eight grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren. She is also…

Mr. Harry T. Witte, 84, of Ellwood City, passed away peacefully on April 3rd, 2024 at Quality Life Services in New Castle. Harry was born on June 29th, 1939 in Ellwood City to the late Harry L. and Mildred F. (Dilley) Witte. In his earlier years Harry was a taxi driver and did various small jobs through out the area. He was a member of the Sylvania Hills Baptist Church. Harry was an extremely religious man who lived to serve God and help those in need. He was very generous to the multitude of religious charities that he helped to…

Otto Robert Fox, born March 20, 2024, passed away peacefully in his parents’ arms on March 27, 2024. The perfect blend of his dad and mom, Alexander Robert Fox and Hayley Rose Sandgren Fox, Otto was a beautiful boy, measuring 22 inches at birth and approximately 9lbs. He had his dad’s eyes, lips, and chin, with his mom’s hair and nose (and big hands and feet). He spent his life receiving love, care, and prayers from hundreds of people near and far. He met his grandparents (Katherine and Peter Sandgren; Lisa and Gary Fox) and a small fraction of the…

Anita Louise Hunter, 78, of New Beaver Borough passed away Sunday, March 31, 2024 at UPMC – Jameson Hospital. Born October 18, 1945 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Ancell Louis and Della Mae Ruehl Leonard. She was married to Gerald B. Hunter. Anita was a Veteran of both the Army and Navy serving during Vietnam. She was first employed as the parts manager for M&D Auto on Croton Ave., then she worked at Vital Records until her retirement. After her retirement she worked at Sparkle Market as a cashier. Survivors include her husband of 32…

Patricia Jean Graham, 90, of Ellwood City, passed away peacefully, on Sunday, March 31, 2024, at Cranberry Place in Cranberry Twp. She was the daughter of the late John E. and Edith (Burns) Rinesmith and was born October 1, 1933, in Zelienople. She is survived by her children; Valerie Graham-McWithey of Ellwood City and Timothy Scott Graham and his wife Risa of Austintown, OH ; her grandchildren; Jeremy McWithey and his wife Julia of Beaver Falls, Courtnie Pattison and her husband Christopher of Cannonsburg, Joshua Brinkley and his wife Richelle Weirton, WV, Allison Hinderliter and her husband Cory of Girard,…

Barbara J. Chappell Barr, 90, a lifelong resident of Chewton, went to be with our Lord and Savior on Saturday, March 30, 2024. Born May 4, 1933 in Wampum, she was the daughter of the late John W. and Margaret E. Gillespie Davis. She married Larry Barr on September 13, 1975. Barbara was a lifelong member of the Chewton Christian Church where she served as a deaconess and Sunday School Teacher for many years. She was one of the founders and a lifelong member of the Ladies Auxiliary Chewton Fire Department. Throughout the years, Barbara served as a Girl Scout…

Sandra L Gahagan, 65, of New Castle passed away Thursday, March 28, 2024 at her residence. Born March 4, 1959 in Beaver Falls, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Irene Gahagan. Sandra had worked in telemarketing and as a cook at various restaurants in the area including the Ellwood Hot Dog Shop, Fray’s, and the Oasis. An attendee of Riverside High School, some of her interests were cooking, reading, playing cards, and watching the Steelers. Survivors include two sons, Robert and Charles McCarter both of New Castle; two sisters, Connie Bell of Ellwood City and Patty Beitsch…

Patricia Courson, 87, of Ellwood City passed away from natural causes on Thursday, March 28, 2024 at her son’s residence in New Wilmington. Born October 29, 1936 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Virginia Catherine Hickman Majors. She was married to Clair Wayne Courson when he passed away on November 11, 2015. Patricia was a graduate of Lincoln High School. A devoted homemaker, Patricia’s greatest joy was raising her children and taking care of the home. She enjoyed fishing and spent time working for Dr. Kinny and at Loccisano’s. Survivors include two daughters, Cathy…